Boylestone

Civil Parish in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Boylestone

Road sign on Ashbourne Road
Road sign on Ashbourne Road Credit: Ian S

Boylestone is a small civil parish located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles southwest of Derby, the village is nestled in a rural area surrounded by picturesque countryside. The parish covers an area of approximately 2.5 square miles.

Boylestone is known for its peaceful and idyllic setting, making it an attractive location for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities. The village is characterized by its traditional stone-built houses and charming cottages, giving it a quintessentially English feel.

Despite its small size, Boylestone boasts a strong sense of community, with various local organizations and clubs bringing residents together. The village has a primary school, providing education for children within the parish and the surrounding areas.

The countryside surrounding Boylestone offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Carsington Water, a reservoir and nature reserve, is a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

For amenities and services, residents of Boylestone have access to a range of facilities in the nearby villages and towns, including shops, pubs, and healthcare facilities.

Overall, Boylestone offers a charming and peaceful rural lifestyle, with its beautiful countryside and strong community spirit making it an appealing place to live for those seeking a quieter pace of life.

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Boylestone Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.920409/-1.731652 or Grid Reference SK1835. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road sign on Ashbourne Road
Road sign on Ashbourne Road
Boylestone Road off Ashbourne Road
Boylestone Road off Ashbourne Road
Alkmonton Old Hall Farm, Alkmonton
Alkmonton Old Hall Farm, Alkmonton
Covert Farm In front of Covert Farm is Potters Covert Wood.
Covert Farm
In front of Covert Farm is Potters Covert Wood.
New Road, Boylestone Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
New Road, Boylestone
Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Boylestone Methodist Church This chapel also known today as Bourne Methodist Church was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>  Methodist Heritage).
Boylestone Methodist Church
This chapel also known today as Bourne Methodist Church was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (LinkExternal link Methodist Heritage).
Bourne Methodist Church, Boylestone The present chapel was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>  Methodist Heritage).
Bourne Methodist Church, Boylestone
The present chapel was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (LinkExternal link Methodist Heritage).
Boylestone Primitive Methodist Chapel (1846) The present chapel was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>  Methodist Heritage).
Boylestone Primitive Methodist Chapel (1846)
The present chapel was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (LinkExternal link Methodist Heritage).
Boylestone, Chapel Lane Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Boylestone, Chapel Lane
Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Gate to Field Behind Boylestone Methodist Church
Gate to Field Behind Boylestone Methodist Church
Boylestone, Muse lane Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Boylestone, Muse lane
Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
New Road near Harehill Park Farm
New Road near Harehill Park Farm
New Road approaching Boylestone Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
New Road approaching Boylestone
Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Victorian postbox on The Square,  Boylestone Postbox No. DE6 41.

See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4913596">SK1835 : Cottages, The Square, Boylestone</a> for context.
Victorian postbox on The Square, Boylestone
Postbox No. DE6 41. See SK1835 : Cottages, The Square, Boylestone for context.
Cottages, The Square, Boylestone Showing position of Victorian Postbox No. DE6 41.

See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4913594">SK1835 : Victorian postbox on The Square,  Boylestone</a> for close up.
Cottages, The Square, Boylestone
Showing position of Victorian Postbox No. DE6 41. See SK1835 : Victorian postbox on The Square, Boylestone for close up.
Heading north west on Ashbourne Road
Heading north west on Ashbourne Road
Grazing west of Ashbourne Road
Grazing west of Ashbourne Road
Ashbourne Road Heading north.
Ashbourne Road
Heading north.
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Boylestone is located at Grid Ref: SK1835 (Lat: 52.920409, Lng: -1.731652)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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